J Lopez

The fishing has been excellent the past couple of weeks! Mahi-Mahi (aka Dolphin Fish) have invaded our area in great numbers. They are being caught either trolling or while drifting. Fish have been inside 300 feet and ranging from 5 - 15lbs. These fish are migrating back south and avoiding cold water. The Sailfish bite continues to improve. Some anglers have been getting up to 7 shots a trip. We should see more and more Sails as we get further into November and December and cold fronts make their way through the area. Fish are either being caught on flat lines while drifting or kite fishing. King Mackerel are also on the edge and are being caught usually while Sailfishing. Inshore the Cero and Spanish Mackerel are also making a strong showing and anglers are able to bend a rod when its too rough to get offshore. The Mackerel are also on the reefs and can be chummed up while fishing for Yellowtail Snapper which is always productive as long as there is current.

Tight Lines

Captain J-Lopez

Fish Species: Mahi-Mahi
Bait Used: Pilchards
Tackle Used: Conventional / Spinning
Method Used: Drifitng
Water Depth: 250 Feet
Water Temperature: 82 Deg
Wind Direction: East
Wind Speed: 10 - 15 kts
Mr Harrison Dolphin and King Mackerel 11/7/08
Mr Harrison Dolphin and King Mackerel 11/7/08


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J Lopez

About The Author: Captain J Lopez

Company: Gordy's Dusky Offshore Charters

Area Reporting: South Miami

Bio: South Miami Dade Offshore Charter. 20+ years local knowledge fishing South Miami. Target species such as Dolphin, Sailfish, Mackerel, Snapper, Grouper. Gordys Dusky is a 2005, 23 foot Open Fisherman. Boat has a 2006 Evinrude ETEC 250 Horsepower Engine. Boat is Tournament Rigged and equipped with all the latest in electronics to put you where the action is. Multiple coolers are on board and supplied with ice to keep your drinks, food, and fish cold. Plenty of dry storage is available onboard, as well as all the necessary safety gear.

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